Home page of Cumbria in Bloom

Cumbria in Bloom is a charitable organisation whose aim is the promotion, improvement and understanding of horticulture, floriculture and environmental issues for the benefit of the inhabitants of Cumbria.

2011 has seen a rebranding of the Cumbria In Bloom Competition - click here for details.

We do this through the involvement of the community in the campaign, and by holding a communities based competition. If you are interested in making your views known to Cumbria In Bloom then please complete one of the questionnaires appropriate to you by clicking here.

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Getting Involved

If you thought it was all about floral bedding and hanging baskets, think again! Cumbria in Bloom, like the RHS's Britain in Bloom, means taking pride in your local area. Communities that are involved in Britain in Bloom have enjoyed many benefits.

Who can take part?

Nearly 40 communities, large and small, took part in 2011! You can see the results on the News page. We hope to increase the number of entrants in 2012 please see the entries page to learn more and get in touch!

Communities

Villages, hamlets, parish councils, town councils - all are examples of communities who take part in the Cumbria in Bloom competition.

In bloom groups are formed to organise and co-ordinate local people to enhance the best features of their locality in line with the requirements of the competition.

Schools and Young People Groups

School gardens, wild areas, bug dens, can be within your own grounds; contact one of the bloom volunteers for more details of how to take part.

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Special Groups

Special groups include Industry, Commerce and Residential Homes. For more details click here.

Neighbourhoods

Neighbourhood groups can band together for a non-competitive award that recognises their involvement in improving their locality. Click here for more information.

On this site you will find information about Cumbria in Bloom, how your area or youth group can enter the competition for 2012, and who to get in touch with if you are interested in helping.

Sponsorship

Cumbria in Bloom provides an opportunity for commercial organisations and individuals who support the aims of Cumbria in Bloom as outlined at the top of the page to be associated with the charity through sponsorship. More details are given on the Sponsors page.

Membership

Entry to the competition includes one year's membership for a representative of the entrant. Membership is also available to individuals and organisations who wish to support the charity. Please see the Membership page for further details.